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Bob Ramalho May 11, 2023

How Do I Get Rid of PMI?

What is PMI? PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance) is a type of insurance that lenders may require borrowers to pay if they have a down payment of less than 20% of the home's purchase price. The purpose of PMI is to protect the lender in case the borrower defaults on the loan. However, once you have paid off enough of your mortgage or your home has appreciated in value, you may be able to get rid of PMI. Here are some ways to do so: Pay down your mortgage: If you make extra payments on your mortgage … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Fees, PMI, Real Estate

Bob Ramalho May 3, 2022

Common Fees During Refinancing

As interest rates fluctuate, you might think about refinancing your mortgage. This is the cost of taking out a new home loan to replace the one you currently have. If you get a significantly lower interest rate, you could save tens of thousands of dollars over the life of the mortgage. On the other hand, you need to think about potential expenses you might incur during the refinancing process. Because you are taking out another home loan, you may need to pay closing costs a second time. What are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Fees, Mortgage, Refinance

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